Rainy night makes way for clear skies at fair

Gene Polson demonstrated clay pottery work in the Arts Barn. Along with Polson's new creations were several of his completed pottery pieces on display. [Order this photo]

As predicted, thunderstorms rolled through the area during the overnight hours between Wednesday's and Thursday's fair operating hours. About the time the gates opened, the rain slowed to a stop and, by mid-morning, the clouds were breaking and the sun was shining. The light breeze made the 73 degree day seem about perfect. The final day of the midweek free tent entertainment saw crowds pack the tents on both sides of the fairgrounds, and many fairgoers had an opportunity to watch the square dancers work their magic to a live caller in front of the Varied Industries building.

Square dancers returned to the front of the Varied Industries building, moving to the sound of the live callers all morning and afternoon in their colorful, coordinated attire. [Order this photo]

Deloris Kettwick and Viola Krull, both of Buffalo Center, drove a long way to dig into a YMCA nutty bar. The ladies took a moment to relax from walking the fairgrounds, and grabbed a couple of the locally-popular nutty bars to enjoy. They missed out on Robinson's presentation, which was going on across the walkway. [Order this photo]

The Medicine Show played its final three shows at the Clay County Fair this year. The vaudeville-style show offered plenty of music, some clean jokes, a bit of fancy footwork, and a good time for all who stopped to enjoy it. [Order this photo]

Common Cents Coaching's Kevin Robinson offered a special presentation, "Overcoming the Obstacles of Living a Healthy Lifestyle," to an audience in the 4-H Auditorium. Robinson's presentation was one of many that have taking place daily in the air-conditioned auditorium. [Order this photo]